research Design, synthesis and biological evaluation of novel androst-3,5-diene-3-carboxylic acid derivatives as inhibitors of 5α-reductase type 1 and 2
New chemical compounds were made that effectively block an enzyme linked to prostate growth.
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630-660 / 1000+ resultsresearch Homology Modeling of 5-alpha-Reductase 2 Using Available Experimental Data
Accurate protein modeling can help develop new treatments for prostate cancer and other diseases.
research Activity of steroid 4 and derivatives 4a–4f as inhibitors of the enzyme 5α-reductase 1
Compounds 4, 4b, and 4c effectively inhibit an enzyme linked to testosterone conversion without significant toxicity.
research 5α-Reductase Isoenzymes: From Neurosteroid Biosynthesis to Neuropsychiatric Outcomes
Finasteride and dutasteride may cause depression and anxiety, especially in younger men.
research A method for simultaneous analysis of androgens, dutasteride and finasteride in human serum by liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry
A new method was developed to analyze certain hormones and drugs in human blood efficiently.
research Nanotechnology-based topical treatments for androgenic alopecia
Nanotechnology could improve hair loss treatments by delivering drugs more effectively.
research Highlights from JAAD Reviews: August 2025—Bicalutamide for female hair loss
Bicalutamide shows promise for treating female hair loss.
research Long-term use of dutasteride to treat androgenic alopecia in young men may lead to persistent abnormalities in semen parameters
Long-term use of dutasteride for hair loss may harm semen quality.
research Loss of epidermal PLCg1 induced sebaceous gland hyperplasia and sparse hair
Removing PLCg1 from skin cells caused thicker oil glands and less hair in mice.
research Synthesis of avicequinone c and analogs toward the study of 5α-reductase inhibitory activity
2-Hydroxy-1,4-naphthoquinone is a strong 5α-reductase inhibitor.
research Caffeic acid N-[3,5-bis(trifluoromethyl)phenyl] amide as a non-steroidal inhibitor for steroid 5α-reductase type 1 using a human keratinocyte cell-based assay and molecular dynamics
Compound 4 is a promising treatment for hair loss with low toxicity.
research Synthesis of mimics of steroid A ring as potential enzyme inhibitors
Mimicking the steroid A-ring may help create effective enzyme inhibitors for prostate disease treatment.
research Identification of a Cyclosporine-Specific P450 Hydroxylase Gene through Targeted Cytochrome P450 Complement (CYPome) Disruption in Sebekia benihana
A gene in Sebekia benihana, CYP-sb21, is needed for a specific reaction on the drug Cyclosporine A, which could be important for hair growth without affecting the immune system.
research Dual inhibitors of urease and carbonic anhydrase-II from Iris species
Some natural compounds from Iris plants can block enzymes related to certain disorders, with a few affecting both targeted enzymes.
research Adipose Inositol Monophosphate Metabolism Is Associated with Fasting Regimen-Elicited Metabolic Benefits
Intermittent fasting improves metabolism and reduces obesity by affecting specific molecules in fat tissue.
research Cutaneous hydroxystereoid dehydrogenases and rat-hair-cycle
Certain enzymes react strongly with some hormones in rat skin during hair growth, mainly in sebaceous glands and hair sheaths.
research The Force Is Strong with This One: Metabolism (Over)powers Stem Cell Fate
Metabolism plays a key role in determining stem cell fate.
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research Concerted gene duplications in the two keratin gene families
research Protein Kinase C as a Therapeutic Target
Protein Kinase C shows promise for cancer treatment, but more research is needed to develop effective inhibitors.
research N-Acyl arylsulfonamides as novel, reversible inhibitors of human steroid sulfatase
Scientists found new, better-working inhibitors for a hormone-related enzyme.
research Characterization of Recombinant Human Liver Thermolabile Phenol Sulfotransferase with Minoxidil as the Substrate
Both enzyme forms can sulfate minoxidil.
research Emerging roles of Sox6 in the renal and cardiovascular system
Sox6 is important in heart and kidney health, affecting diseases like diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure.
research A novel regio-specific cyclosporin hydroxylase gene revealed through the genome mining of Pseudonocardia autotrophica
Scientists found a new gene in a bacterium that can modify an immunosuppressant drug, potentially helping to treat hair loss.
research Roles of two sphingomyelin synthase isoforms in murine hair
Both SMS1 and SMS2 are crucial for normal hair growth and cycle in mice.
research The ZIP7 Gene (Slc39a7) Encodes a Zinc Transporter Involved in Zinc Homeostasis of the Golgi Apparatus
The ZIP7 gene helps control zinc levels in cells by moving zinc from the Golgi apparatus to the cytoplasm.
research MULTIOMICS – A NEW EXCITING ERA OF RESEARCH
Multiomics is revolutionizing biology by enabling breakthroughs in research and disease diagnosis.
research “Nomen Omen: The Myth of God Janus”
The name Janus is fitting for JAK inhibitors as they revolutionize dermatology treatments.
research 5α-reduction of epitestosterone is catalysed by human SRD5A1 and SRD5A2 and increases androgen receptor transactivation
5α-reductases increase epitestosterone's effect on androgen receptors.
research The IRE gene encodes a protein kinase homologue and modulates root hair growth in Arabidopsis
The IRE gene is important for normal root hair growth in Arabidopsis plants.